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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1889
Page
4
Brigdman Birmingham & Co agents advertise services from the Washington office at Corcoran Building Fifteenth Street.
The Boston Post notes the May 17 1889 appointment of John Jarrett of Pennsylvania as consul at Birmingham praising his tariff reform stance and workingman background. It urges reward for others who shifted views for political gain and mentions figures like Lightman Pettifer and Patrick Egan in the same context.
The New York Legislature adjourned amid criticism of its quality, showing dependence on party machinery. Notable acts include the vetoed Saxton ballot bill by Governor Hii and the Fassett prison labor bill hoped to survive executive action. Boss PLATT directs maneuvers for party advantage rather than substantive reform.
The refuge station at Point Barrow in the Behring Straits will receive immediate outfitting. The revenue steamer Bear sails from San Francisco next month with building material and supplies for a hundred men for one year, with a $15 000 appropriation. Captain Borden of New Bedford is named superintendent and may hire two assistants.
The report notes John Morley’s remarks aimed at reform and welfare as Liberal strength. He emphasizes gradual change, beginnings, and experiments while avoiding full state socialism. Philanthropy guides relief of social distresses more than rigid political doctrine.
The passage accuses President Harrison of granting public office to relatives and business allies at a greater rate than predecessors, noting a possible exception for Garant. The claim centers on nepotism and favoritism in federal appointments.
The article argues that President Harrison displayed nepotism by appointing relatives and associates to federal posts. It notes interconnections with family members and partners, including a father-in-law clerkship, Miller as Attorney General, Wallace as postmaster in Indianapolis, and others in Washington Territory and Texas. It claims these acts reveal his political policy and foreshadow reform implications.
The Massachusetts House criticizes the Supreme Court in a lengthy judiciary committee report. It argues the court has authority to resolve constitutional questions, while the House clings to discretion, calling the court’s stance on solemnity and importance of inquiries insufficiently challenged.
The article reviews Lieutenant Everett Hayden U S N and Padre Vines findings on tropical cyclones, their defined tracks, and predictability. It argues for telegraphic weather reporting for the West Indies and Windward Islands to protect naval and merchant shipping, citing Samoa’s disaster and urging government action.
A reader discusses outdoor bronze preservation and statue construction in Boston, noting Bowditch’s recast in Paris and Franklin’s multi piece casting. He contrasts European bronze aging with local scrubbing, cites Greenough’s dual visage of Franklin, and cites engravings of British lawyers. He ends with Emerson quotes and personal reflections from the Post.
A short excerpt notes that men at the State House will settle the matter there and bring the issue to a close. The line implies an official decision or final action will occur within the legislative setting.
London notices report the Covent Garden season planned after the death of Qart Rosa. AvnaGustus Harris takes charge as manager while retaining Rosa’s program vision though lacking his practical musician skill. The schedule promises major works and renowned leading singers attracting English and American audiences.
Postmaster Corse becomes president of New England Portelectric Company. fund established for Land Bill Allen. Charles H. Thayer leases Point of Pines property for summer venture. Sybil Sanderson praised by French papers after Massenet opera. Bancroft family physician notes health stability. Rev Dr Bancroft resigns Christ Church Brooklyn post to return to Worcester. Francis Brown to speak at Hanover NA meeting June 23. W Ss Millen named general manager of Northern Pacific from July 1. Richard Heard marries Missie Glenn in London with Sir Arthur Sullivan officiating. Mrs. William H. Long donates $10,000 for NH Antiquarian Society and funding a Hopkinton parsonage.
The Cecilia Society wrapped up its thirteenth season with a kaleidoscopic program led by Gardner Lamson. Brahms vocal quartets drew cold reception, while Gounod motet Ave Verum and Mendelssohn songs received warmer praise. Lamson’s singing praised for pure intonation and growing richness. The reviewer notes strong chorus work and mild criticism of slowing Barber of Bagdad tempo. ARTHUR WELD.
The fifth and final season concert at 37 Fort avenue by Mr. and Mrs. Tracy drew a full audience for an extra recital. Mrs. Harmon of Franklin, new to local public performance, sang with a sweet refined tone though lacking power for a large hall. The performers delivered an exquisite program in a one and a half hour show.
A New York Tribune critique notes nationwide press uproar over a proposed Centennial arch to honor General Grant, with Philadelphia Boston Chicago and other cities offering mild to sharp derision of the idea.
Reform is misread when critics blame the administration for not fulfilling Republican pledges. The drive for reform crosses party lines yet lacks a distinct party base, manifesting mainly in public opinion and shifts in practice. The core aim is to curb patronage, seen as a dangerous evil in a clean sweep era. Harper’s Weekly, Indiana.
The Indianapolis Civil Service Chronicle argues against official patronage and the replacement of nonpartisans with partisans, calling the practice a danger to free institutions. It criticizes President Harrison for allowing Congressmen to distribute spoils and denounces the feudalism in federal patronage.
A New York review praises The Folk Lore of Plants by I F Thiselton Dyer noting its useful synthesis of plant folk beliefs. It covers witchcraft demonology fairy lore plant language and folk medicine while highlighting a strong literary bent and helpful yet imperfect index.
The review notes the Bohn library reprints of Plays of Sheridan including The Rivals The School for Scandal and The Critic. It also covers Lorin Mooruck and Other Indian Stories by George Truman Kercheval and the Welsh themed Fraternity a romance about miners and Welsh life with limited merit.
In a letter from W Boston dated May 16 1889 the writer assails the Harrison administration for civil service breaches and spoils system methods. It criticizes postmaster removals and appointment practices as unconstitutional abdications, contrasting with Cleveland era reforms and questioning Lodge and Higgins actions.
Second Lieutenant S. T. Kirk was elected captain of Company M, Eighth Regiment, M. V. M., with 29 votes to 28 for First Lieutenant Warren Robinson. Sergeant Horace Parsons won the post of second lieutenant. The contest was close and the losing side is unhappy.
A collage of notes and quips from several papers recounts a mix of editorials and anecdotes about milk inspectors, Prohibitionist questions, a Lambish imitator, banker and political satire figures, a Polish student seeking help, a Maine heaven belief, stenography feats in Canadian debates, and a dramatic Jekyll and Hyde advance man, illustrating early 20th century curiosities and humor.
A wry note observes that being father-in-law to the official pap distributor is as good as having a grip on the patronage tap through a son-in-law. The line hints at nepotism and influence in public dispensing circles.
A Chicago Times excerpt reports a Republican senator claiming cabinet changes are near. Miller would join the Supreme Court, Noble would become Attorney General, Clarkson to Interior, as war rewards for service and party work. Territorial elections give Republicans control in North and South Dakota and Washington Territory. Montana remains Democratic, with impacts on congressional gains.
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